Edward Snowden
Edward Snowden is a former NSA contractor who became widely known for leaking classified information about government surveillance programs. His actions sparked a global debate about privacy, security, and the role of technology in society, making him a significant figure in discussions about digital rights.
Born on Jun 21, 1983 (41 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 12,364 | $82,000 | 57$ |
| Canada | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,044 | $1,700,000 | 941$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 179,723 | $350,000 | 1,061$ |
| Totals | 3 | 115,229,496 | 213,131 | $2,132,000 | 2,059$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Canada:
Edward Snowden is interviewed in the documentary The Six Billion Dollar Man.
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South Africa:
Edward Snowden is known for his defection to Russia and revealing information about government surveillance.
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Guatemala:
Edward Snowden is a key figure interviewed in the documentary, known for leaking NSA documents.
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Ecuador:
Edward Snowden revealed information in 2013 that disclosed a total of about 21,000 employees at the NSA.
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Slovakia:
Edward Snowden is referenced as the whistleblower who revealed international spying operations.
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United Kingdom:
Edward Snowden revealed the US's secret surveillance of its citizens.
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Switzerland:
Edward Snowden's revelations in 2013 highlighted the extent of American surveillance, contributing to distrust in American tech firms.
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Hong Kong:
Edward Snowden has publicly praised Signal for its privacy features.
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Ireland:
Edward Snowden revealed that the National Security Agency was spying on American civilians.
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Ireland:
Edward Snowden is known for leaking classified information about government surveillance programs.
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